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by Gail Reichlin (Author), Caroline Winkler (Author) "When was the last time someone acknowledged what a great job you were doing as a parent? ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 379 pages
  • Publisher: Workman Publishing (25 Jan 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 076112182X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0761121824
  • Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 10.2 x 2.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 6,043 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #1 in  Books > Health, Family & Lifestyle > Families & Parents > Reference
    #3 in  Books > Health, Family & Lifestyle > Families & Parents > Raising Children > Discipline
    #92 in  Books > Health, Family & Lifestyle > Pregnancy & Childcare

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It's instant relief - for when your 2-year-old is on the floor of the toy store, throwing a fit. Or when brother and sister discover that they can't stand each other. Or when your son can't say no to video games. THE POCKET PARENT is, literally, a pocket-size book of tried-and-true advice, common sense, parental wisdom, and sanity. Written by two professionals who've reared six children between them and made a career out of helping others with parenting issues, this handy book will be a lifesaver for every parent of a 2-to-5-year-old. It begins with an overall view of the POCKET PARENT approach to discipline. Based on unconditional love but firm limits, and aimed at keeping the child's dignity and self-esteem intact, here are strategies that include "I" statements, modeling, family meetings, and "one word" requests. Once the ground rules are set, the guide moves to an A-to-Z compendium of common problems. Just look it up - Anger, Bad Words, Biting, Chores, Doctor Visits, Fears at Night, Lying, Separation, Anxiety - and find the "Sanity Savers" list of suggestions, easy-to-follow bullets, anecdotes, and more. For the bag, glove compartment, backpack, or shelf in the kitchen, it's there for you whenever you need it.

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52 of 52 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy Reference Parent Guide for 2,3,4, and 5 Year Olds, 17 May 2005
By simon (London) - See all my reviews
Although this book is true to its title and literally fits in your pocket, it is filled with 400 pages of specific useful insight and advice addressing a variety of the most challenging toddler behaviours. Because it is written exclusively for four of the early years (2, 3, 4, and 5), I found the tips to be very on target and focused to my specific issues with my 3 and 5 year olds. I really liked the anecdotes explaining real life examples--They sounded so very familiar. The authors offer very down-to-earth, common sense advice that works. Highly recommended as a supportive easy reference guide for mums and dads with 2-5 yearolds.
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53 of 53 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A TROUBLESHOOTING A-Z GUIDE for PARENTS OF 2-TO 5-YEAR-OLDS, 23 Nov 2001
By kcrose4@hotmail.com (New York, New York, USA) - See all my reviews
I have finally found the book I have been looking for! It is perfectly sized to consult at a moment's notice; all you have to do is look it up...40 worrisome issues are addressed such as ANGER, BEDTIME, BAD WORDS, CHORES, DEATH, FEARS AT NIGHT, THE "GIMMES", LYING, MEALTIME, MORNING "CRAZIES", POTTY TRANING, SEPARATION ANXIETY, TANTRUMS, WHINNING, and more. It is written the way friends talk to each other...with compassion, humor and excellent practical advice. The format is geared to busy parents-- hundreds of quick bits of wit and wisdom to help a parent restore his or her sanity! The authors call the bullets of tips..."Sanity Savers". I love the short anecdotes that illustrate the skills, often demonstrating the exact words to try in order to communicate more effectively with a preschooler. I feel like I know the authors (Caroline grew up in England), and I found myself laughing out loud as I recognized myself and my children in the many examples of daily battles. I love the "Takeheart" section in each chapter that reassures parents that they are not the only ones who sometimes regret what they have said or done. We all need to hear that sort of thing over and over again. I feel as though I am no longer alone, especially on a very bad day. I'm delighted that I can take my friendly advisor with me literally in my pocket! The ideas really work and I already feel much more confident that I am good parent. I highly recommend this book; it is the only quick read A-Z book for parents of pre-schoolers that I have found on the market. And, it's reasonably priced, what a bargain!!
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47 of 47 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Handy A-Z Parenting Guide for 2-6 year olds, 4 Sep 2005
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This small book is a treasure chest filled with wonderful anecdotes and helpful advice for parents with children ages 2-5. Dozens of challenging issues are handled with compassion and humor while offering hundreds of practical suggestions. I especially enjoyed the "Take Heart" section of every chapter, which always starts with, "You're not the only parent who..." Every parent needs reassurance and helpful advice when raising toddlers, and the "Pocket Parent'' provides both in a quick-read bulleted format. Included are such topics as Anger, Bad Words, Biting, Sibling Fights, Hitting, Tantrums, Potty Training, Bedtime and Mealtime Refusals, Morning Crazies, the Gimmes, Lying, Separation Anxiety, Interrupting, Whining and many more.
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5.0 out of 5 stars the pocket parent
absolutely invaluable!! have borrowed so many books from friends and library and this is by far the best. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. K. A. Grace

3.0 out of 5 stars Useful information but very american
Some very good stuff really focussing on the problem and how to manage confrontation / difficult behaviour. Clearly written. The examples given are helpful. Read more
Published 2 months ago by F. Moeskops

5.0 out of 5 stars Huge help!
I have read quite a few of these type of books and although they have all contributed to the way I am trying to raise my children this book has helped me the most. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mrs. T. Pearce

2.0 out of 5 stars Not what I expected!
I purchased this book last February following the fantastic reviews that it had been given. I wanted a book to offer advice on various situations with my toddler; this seemed to... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mrs. K. J. Dourish

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable
This is fantastic. Really easy to dip in and find advice on specific topics, and written in great style - expert advice plus ideas from parents who are going through what you are... Read more
Published 23 months ago by S. L. Bradley

4.0 out of 5 stars Anecdotal Manual
Whoever said that children didn't come with an instruction manual was wrong. This book proves that a lot of the issues that I experience (eg encouraging my children to... Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2006 by lisagmq

5.0 out of 5 stars A to Z Sanity, Wit and Wisdom for Parents of 2-to 6-Year-Old
This book has given me, a dad with 3 young children, so many ideas that work on my 3,4 and 7 year old. Read more
Published on 17 May 2005

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, but not for parents of small children
This looks quite a good book, albeit a bit haphazardly laid out, with strange font and text-colour changes every paragraph. Read more
Published on 15 April 2005 by chriphil70

2.0 out of 5 stars nothing special
I bought this book because of all the good reviews but i have to say i have found it disappointing. Much of the advice is just good
old common sense, most of it you have heard... Read more
Published on 13 April 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars There are 2 books in my library about parenting
There are 2 books in my library about parenting - "Systemic Parenting: An Exploration of the Parenting Big Picture" (Gaskill) and "The Pocket Parent. Read more
Published on 18 Nov 2004

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